New Orleans police have arrested one of two men who allegedly dressed up in women's lingerie and helped rob a man at a motel in the 9300 block of Airline Highway on Friday morning. Herbert James Bickham, 23, of Marrero, was booked about 3:25 p.m. Wednesday with one count of simple robbery, jail records show.

Police say the victim in the case went to a motel room expecting to meet two women but instead was met by Bickham and another man, both of whom were clad in lingerie. The victim tried to leave, but a third person then came out of the bathroom, police said.

Bickham and his two companions allegedly beat the victim, dug through his pockets and fled with his cash, credit cards and cell phone, according to police.

Officials released Bickham's photo on Saturday night and named him as a suspect in the robbery. They said Bickham is known to wear women's clothing and wigs and frequents the motel on Airline as well as another in the 2400 block of Tulane Avenue.

Herbert James Bickham, 23, was booked with simple robbery.OPSO

Police haven't specified how they identified Bickham, and they haven't discussed the circumstances of his apprehension. It does not appear any other suspects in the case have been arrested.

Bickham's bail was set at $12,500, and he remained in custody late Wednesday. Simple robbery convictions can carry a maximum fine of $3,000 and up to seven years in prison.